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A truck driver side-swept me on an Independence road and took off as I lost control of my car and got hurt. What do I do now? Can a Kansas City truck accident attorney help me?

We are sorry to hear about your Independence truck accident. A hit-and-run accident can make an already painful and stressful situation even more frustrating. Whether the truck driver knew he was leaving the scene of the accident, or not, you may be entitled to damages for your Independence truck crash injuries.

If the trucker was at fault for your accident and resulting injuries, then those damages may come from either the trucking company’s insurance company or from your own insurance company if the truck that hit you cannot be found or identified.

In either case, you may benefit from working with a Kansas City truck accident lawyer to pursue a fair settlement. If the trucker’s negligence caused your injuries, then you might be able to recover damages for your past, present, and future:

Medical expenses

Lost income

Out-of-pocket costs

Pain

Suffering

Other expenses and injuries

However, the insurance company may need to be persuaded to provide you with a fair settlement.